This may be a lot to ask of a high schooler, but then again, who knows? Pupils work in groups to explore, write, and then perform an original opera. They view versions of The Magic Flute and La Traviata, then compose a plot, characters,...

What makes a good leader? Use the curriculum guide for William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar to help scholars answer that question. Pupils research the play's historical context and other background information before engaging in...

It's not easy to ask for help. Learn why a boy on a ship struggles with accepting help in "The Glass of Milk," a short story by Manuel Rojas. Six discussion questions prompt class members to make inferences from the text about character...

Students explore community service.  For this character development and community lesson, students sing a song based on the fable The Lion and the Mouse. Students participate in a discussion about kindness, and generate ideas for...

First graders learn the importance of honesty as they practice problem solving, listening, and sequencing skills. The lesson plan uses the story, " Too Many Tamales."

Seventh graders explore the character trait of reputation. In this character education lesson, 7th graders focus on their personal reputation as they discuss positive character traits and reflect on character quotations in journal entries.

Students read essays.  In this character education instructional activity, students read about two Texans, answer question about them and discuss their contributions.

Seventh graders explore the trait of honesty. In this character education lesson, 7th graders consider how to exercise good judgement when rules and expectations are not clear.

Middle schoolers investigate the concept of a hero. For this character education lesson, students define courage and discuss heroes they know. Middle schoolers brainstorm ways to describe a hero and create an acrostic poem.

Students discuss proper ways to work in a group. In this character education lesson, students identify the vocabulary words "inclusion" and "exclusion" and create a list of ways to respect others in a group setting.

Sixth graders evaluate trustworthiness in others. In this character education instructional activity, 6th graders brainstorm items that are trustworthy, and then list attributes of trustworthy friends. Then students read a story to...

Learners demonstrate the philanthropic act of caring. In this character education lesson, students brainstorm synonyms for care or caring and think of ways to demonstrate caring qualities.

Seventh graders identify ways people persevere in a difficult situation. In this character education instructional activity, 7th graders watch a video about a man with cerebral palsy and discuss ways he perseveres.

Students research stories of teens who care using a website embedded in the lesson.  In this character education lesson, students read about students who performed philanthropic acts and discuss the projects that most influenced them.

Students reflect on the life of Mother Teresa. In this character education lesson, students are introduced to Mother Teresa and how she exemplified caring for others. Students read a short biography about her and answer questions about...

Students analyze examples of honesty. In this character education instructional activity, students role play various situations and decide if they should engage in honest or dishonest behaviors.

Students investigate the meaning of honesty. In this character education lesson, students brainstorm school experiences where they have the choice of being honest. Students illustrate and describe actions related to honesty in a journal.

Young scholars define caring. In this character education instructional activity, students examine the attributes of compassion as they read a folktale and discuss plans to help those less fortunate than themselves.

Seventh graders examine the trait of kindness. In this character education lesson, 7th graders discuss pro-social behavior and design personal plans to share kindness.

Middle schoolers explore the contributions of Elizabeth Cady Stanton. In this character education lesson, students read a handout regarding Stanton's life. Middle schoolers respond to discussion questions regarding her philanthropic work.

Students explore fair play. In this character education lesson, students examine being fair in decision-making as they participate in role plays and read The Zax.

Eighth graders explore first impressions. In this character education lesson, 8th graders discuss criteria that are used to form first impressions.

Students explore the concept of courage. In this character education lesson, students consider how to have the courage to stand up and fight for community issues.

Seventh graders investigate bullying. In this character education lesson plan, 7th graders participate in a class discussion on how to make the school a more respectful place. Students brainstorm ideas and develop a plan to create a...